Configuration Management / Release Engineer for Missile Defense System

CFD Research Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

ESOP (employee stock ownership)

Medical, vision & dental insurance

Paid leave and disability benefits

Job summary

CFD Research Corporation in Huntsville, AL seeks a Configuration Management / Release Engineer to safeguard software baselines and manage the delivery process for secure deployments. You will lead release operations, control code branches, monitor builds, and ensure conformance with defense program requirements.

The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, 10+ years in software configuration management, and strong knowledge of Git, build tools, and CM procedures in AS9100/CMMI-like environments.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required
• 10+ years of software baselines/release management experience
• Advanced knowledge of version control, build tools, and formal configuration procedures for defense programs

Responsibilities

• Lead release management operations for software baselines
• Manage codebase branches and version control structures
• Monitor build repositories and artifact delivery pipelines
• Oversee formal delivery process to ensure secure, consistent deployments

Skills

Git

Release management

Build tools

CM processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS or related

Tools

Git

CI/CD tooling

Job description

About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services.CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine’s Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com

We are looking for a Configuration Management / Release Engineer to safeguard the integrity of our software baselines. You will lead release management operations, manage codebase branches, monitor build repositories, and oversee the formal delivery process to ensure consistent, secure deployment environments.

Basic Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Department of Defense Secret clearance (must maintain throughout contract performance).
• Experience: 10+ years of dedicated experience supporting software baselines, code repository structures, and release management.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git), build tools, and formal software configuration procedures for complex defense programs.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.

Desired Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of software sustainment processes and handling of classified code deliveries.
• Excellent attention to detail and experience working in AS9100 or CMMI-appraised environments.

Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories